Indian equity benchmark -- Nifty – ended near day’s high point on Thursday, supported by intense buying in banking and FMCG stocks. Index made a negative start, as some cautiousness crept in after S&P Global Ratings reportedly said India is unlikely to embark on any major new reforms till the 2024 elections, but momentum could pick up if the next government comes with a strong mandate. However, in late morning session, index trimmed most of its losses and traded on flat note, as investors took support with World Bank President Ajay Banga’s statement that amidst risk of a global slowdown in the early part of next year, India is expected to remain shielded from its effects due to robust domestic consumption.
In afternoon session, index started its northward journey, as traders got relief, after the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in its latest forecast has maintained the growth outlook for developing economies in Asia and the Pacific at 4.8 per cent for 2023, and noted robust domestic demand continues to support the region’s recovery. According to the Asian Development Outlook (ADO) July 2023, ADB forecasted that inflation in the region is expected to fall continuously, approaching pre-pandemic levels as fuel and food prices decline. In last leg of session, index continued its northward journey to end at fresh record closing high.
Most of the sectorial indices ended in green except IT and Consumer Durables. The top gainers from the F&O segment were Polycab India, HDFC Asset Management Company and Aurobindo Pharma. On the other hand, the top losers were Reliance Industries, ABB India and Shree Cement. In the index option segment, maximum OI continues to be seen in the 20400 - 20600 calls and 19700 - 19900 puts indicating this is the trading range expectation.
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